Data For Those Taking Flights To Bogota! by:Sophia Smith

The article provides significant facts for those planning to visit Bogota

. This capital city is a great place for its guests because of the series of excitements it offers such as tourist destinations, carnivals and other frolicking events. Those who are to board flights to Bogota should get prepared for the real fun.

This article contains significant data for all planning to board flights to Bogota. Until 2000 Bogota, Distrito Capital was known as Santa Fe de Bogota. It was originally know as "Bacata". It's been the capital of Colombia. It is also the capital of departments of Cundinamarca. The city is very popular and the largest in the country. It is an important metropolitan area including municipalities like the Chia, Cota, Cajica and La Calera. Its population is estimated to be 8,566,926 as of 2009. The region is the third highest capital of the world. It is also know "The Athens of South America" since many universities and libraries are situated here.

The region is located 2640 meters above sea level on the western side of Savannah of Bogota. Its major economic activities are livestock raising, artesian production and agriculture. The region is bordered by Eastern Cordillera in the east, the Bogota River in the west, the Sumapaz Paramo in the south and the Guadalupe and Monserrate mountains run from south to north. Those taking Bogota flights should not forget to visit the Tequendama Falls. It is know for its natural beauty.

In the recent years the region has seen positive growth in the tourism industry. In fact, thousand of travellers are getting their tickets made well in advance in order to get cheap flight to Bogota. The must visit places here include Maloka, the American Flag monuments, La Candelaria, La Quinta de Bolivar and many other places. Children's can visit the Salitre Magico and Mundo Aventura amusement parks. Some famous hotel chains like the NH Hotels, Hilton and JW Marriott are found here. The famous destinations for shopping are Centro Mayor, Atlantis Plaza, Plaza Imperial and many more. The region has 58 museums. Art lovers must visit the Museum of Colonial Art.

Knowing the weather of the metropolis is important before booking flights to Bogota. The region offers a subtropical climate. It is dry and rainy through the year. December to March is the driest months. While in January the nights are cool. At times fog and frosts can be noticed during this time. September to October is the rainy months. Hailstorms are common during this time and are very strong. The city recorded the highest temperature of 24.9 C in 1992 and 1995. The region has unpredictable weather conditions. The transportation system of the region is relatively fast and developed. It facilitates supply of raw materials in to the city.

About the author

Sophia Smith is an experienced content writer for business development at Crystal Travel. For more information on Cheap Flights to Bogota and Bogota Flights visit www.crystaltravel.co.uk.

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